Mexican priest stabbed at cathedral in May dies

MEXICO CITY — Cardinal Norberto Rivera Carrera and the
Metropolitan Cathedral said that Father Miguel Angel Machorro, stabbed at the
altar while celebrating Mass May 15, has died.

A series of tweets from the cathedral and the cardinal early Aug.
3 said the priest had been declared brain dead Aug. 2. The cardinal prayed for
the priest's soul and his family.

In May, media reported that Father Machorro was stabbed three
times. He was rushed to the hospital and underwent emergency surgery. His
condition initially was listed as "delicate, but stable."

The suspect was arrested at the scene. Mexico City security officials
said the suspect identified himself as John Rock Schild, an American citizen,
"approximately 28 years old" and an artist.

The Metropolitan Cathedral is a popular stop for tourists. It
faces Zocalo Square in Central Mexico City and dates back to the 1500s. The
police presence there is heavy due to the traffic and frequent protests in the
vicinity.